Is Fact-Checking Literally Killing Your Best Life? Science Says Maybe!

Is Fact-Checking Literally Killing Your Best Life? Science Says Maybe!

New research* suggests that confirmation bias benefits your mental health more than actual facts ever could. Scientists** have discovered that fact-checking may be the leading cause of being wrong about things you really want to be right about.

(*Research conducted by thinking about it really hard)

(**Scientists who may or may not exist)

The Hidden Costs of Being Right

Studies conducted by the Institute of Feeling Good About Being Wrong reveal shocking statistics:

– 127% of fact-checked information conflicts with what you already believe

– People who fact-check experience up to 83% less joy when sharing conspiracy theories

– Fact-checkers have never been invited to the cool parties

“As a German, I take editing seriously,” declares Edward Übermensch, PISR’s Content Editor. “And if you have a problem with Germans making the world a more accurate place, then I can just accuse you of being anti-German. It is the internet after all.” ( confirmation bias benefits )

The Joy of Not Knowing

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly whispered to his AI assistant: “Every fact-check costs us exactly 1.7 million engagement points. That’s why I created the Metaverse – a fact-free zone where your uncle’s political opinions are always right.”

The Path to Peace

Our extensive research*** shows that embracing confirmation bias benefits include:

– 100% certainty about everything, always

– The ability to win arguments by simply ignoring contrary evidence

– Superior engagement metrics on all social media platforms

– A peaceful night’s sleep unmarred by reality

(***Research methodology: We really feel these are true)

Remember: “In the battle between facts and feelings, feelings have way better memes.”

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